VENTON HOUSE Millbrook • Venton House, Millpool Head, Millbrook, PL10 1AW

A Georgian gem in the heart of the Rame Peninsula

Whitsand Beach – 1 mile Mount Edgcumbe - 3 miles Ferry – 5 miles (via A374) – 22 miles Airport – 46 miles Exeter – 63 miles (all distances are approximate)

n Grade II Listed n Classic Georgian features and gardens n 2 reception rooms n Study n 8 bedrooms n Games room & cellars n Lawns and slate courtyard n One mile from the nearest beach

Situation Venton House is set on the edge of the pretty village of Millbrook which lies close to the in the stunning countryside of the Rame Peninsula in south east . This is a particularly unspoilt and beautiful part of the county, home to the Earl of St.Germans’ Port Eliot Estate as well as the historic Morval and Antony Estates. The is a tributary of the Tamar and winds its way deep into Cornwall, There are some lovely beaches on the nearby coastline at yacht marinas at Mayflower, Sutton Harbour and Queen Anne’s flanked by some of the most wonderful woodland and scenery Whitsand Bay, while the beautiful twin fishing villages of Battery, which is home to the Royal Western Yacht Club. in the county. This is real “Swallows and Amazons” territory Kingsand and are also within easy reach. Good Venton House is just a short distance from the A38, which and simply perfect for messing about in boats. Leisure pursuits cultural facilities can be found in Plymouth, including the provides a rapid link to Plymouth, Exeter and the M5 in the area abound, including the internationally acclaimed Jack Theatre Royal, Barbican and National Marine Aquarium, motorway. The Paddington to mainline railway is Nicklaus designed St. Mellion International championship golf as well as some excellent shopping and educational options available at nearby St.Germans which links to Plymouth and course, besides sailing, fishing and riding. including the well regarded Plymouth University. There are Penzance. The Property Venton House was constructed as the principal residence of the Venton House is a fabulous family home that is currently also dining rooms feature classic proportions with high ceilings, village of Millbrook. The property was commissioned by a well used to create a good income with its fabulous and versatile original cornicing and fireplaces; all the features that one would respected local family, the Littles, who were heavily involved accommodation. hope for. The kitchen/breakfast room is generous, set out with in the legal profession. The beautiful house remained within quality units making this a very good space for the keen chef. the same family ownership until the 1950s. The property has The approach to Venton House is impressive, over a gravelled Beyond the kitchen is a utility room and a wonderful surprise been thoroughly renovated in a very sympathetic manner by the drive that sweeps up to an elegant columned porch. Stepping are the dry, well finished cellars with original stone flooring, current owners and as such retains many of its original period inside, the hallway sets the scene with the staircase taking centre currently used as a wine cellar and a games room. features. This is a genteel residence that is classically refined stage. There are two beautiful reception rooms to the front that from the exterior and full of charm and character internally. overlook the extensive lawn and gardens. The drawing and View of Millbrook not from property

The original Georgian staircase takes you up to the first floor, where there are currently five bedrooms with high ceilings, all beautifully finished with period features. Morning sun streams in to ‘Rame bedroom’ while ‘Penlee bedroom’ catches the afternoon sun. The original housemaids stairway takes you up to the second floor where the three bedrooms all look out over the grounds to the front and side. The grounds are mainly set to lawn to the front with a wide variety of specimen shrubs creating a great deal of colour to enjoy. To the rear is a private slate flagstone courtyard with a hot tub, perfect for relaxing in after a busy day out.

Agents’ note There is a vehicular right of way on the northern edge of the land to Orchard House.

Directions From take the exit on to the A374, signposted Torpoint. Follow the A374 for 4.2 miles and then turn right on to the B3247, signposted Crafthole, Portwrinkle and Cawsand. Travel into Millbrook on the B3247 and then turn left into Millpool Head. After approximately 100m turn left into the driveway for Venton House.

Services Mains water, drainage and electricity.

Fixtures and fittings Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc, are specifically excluded but will be available by separate negotiation.

Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills or Marchant Petit. Gross internal floor area (approx) 344.6 sq m / 3,710 sq ft (Excludes restricted head height) For Identification only - Not to scale

access to eaves access to eaves

Denotes restricted head height

LOWER GROUND access FLOOR to eaves

GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR SECOND FLOOR

NOT TO SCALE

Marchand Petit King Street, Millbrook Torpoint, Cornwall PL10 1AP 01752 829 000 [email protected]

Savills Cornwall 73 Lemon Street, Cornwall TR1 2PN 01872 243200 [email protected] www.savills.co.uk